Our client, a nutrition manufacturer, is seeking a self-starting, independent, detail-oriented, and innovative Scientist to join their Product Development team. ... This person will perform laboratory product development tasks and will work independently, as well as under guidance, on complex formulations.
They will play a crucial role in developing exciting new products and renovating current products by leading and progressing multiple projects in different stages of the development cycle from concept to commercialization. T
This Scientist will have strong knowledge in food science principles and be able to apply scientific method and logic to formulation and manufacturing process.
They will develop experimental designs to confirm stability and label claims across shelf life, evaluate sensory profiles of products (both internally and externally) ensuring the formulation conforms to customer expectations, troubleshoot formula/process design failures, and qualify ingredient substitutions and optimizations.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct benchtop experiments and/or participate in laboratory activities to support Product Development team members.
- Execute all assigned projects and ensure alignment with project brief by collaborating with Brand, Medical Sciences, and Nutritional Sciences.
- Execute formula changes to existing formulas to meet new nutrient and stability targets
- Assist senior team members with general product development tasks, including but not limited to lab/pilot plant data collection and analysis, equipment/system qualification/verification.
- Lead root cause analysis exercises and generate, analyze, and interpret lab/pilot plant data to make recommendations.
- Perform lab/pilot plant experimentation in support of qualification of alternate ingredients or manufacturing sites.
- Independently conduct shelf-life studies, sensory evaluations, and nutritional analyses of new products.
- Work closely with Quality Control and Supply/Procurement teams to develop and set food quality and manufacturing standards.
- Analyze nutritional results to inform formulation and ensure macro and micronutrient label claims are met.
This position will work in a home/office environment with weekly on-site work (3 days/wk minimum) and requires occasional visits to manufacturing sites, supplier offices, and other meeting locations. May require 10% travel.
Working hours: Various Shifts Available
Skills:
- BS in Food Science or related field. Preference given to candidates with advanced degrees, or for those with 2+ years of food/beverage product development experience.
- Plant-based formulation experience is desired.
- Strong preference given to professionals with education or experience in development/commercialization of nutritional beverages.
- Developed knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes, specifically UHT RTD beverages. Consideration given to candidates with experience in dry blending, spray drying, or retorting in addition to liquid beverage experience.
- Project management acumen is desired.
Education:
Bachelors
Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in MS Office with exceptional Excel skills.
- Self-motivated, deadline driven, and able to think and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication (written and oral) skills.
- Strong commitment to company mission and values.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Respectfully shares and accepts feedback willingly from all levels of the organization.
Apply with resume TODAY or call Brooks at 805-683-1600 to be considered for this immediate career opportunity!
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Our client, a nutrition manufacturer, is seeking a self-starting, independent, detail-oriented, and innovative Scientist to join their Product Development team.
This person will perform laboratory product development tasks and will work independently, as well as under guidance, on complex formulations.
They will play a crucial role in developing exciting new products and renovating current products by leading and progressing multiple projects in different stages of the development cycle from concept to commercialization. T
This Scientist will have strong knowledge in food science principles and be able to apply scientific method and logic to formulation and manufacturing process.
They will develop experimental designs to confirm stability and label claims across shelf life, evaluate sensory profiles of products (both internally and externally) ensuring the formulation conforms to customer expectations, troubleshoot formula/process design failures, and qualify ingredient substitutions and optimizations. ...
Responsibilities:
- Conduct benchtop experiments and/or participate in laboratory activities to support Product Development team members.
- Execute all assigned projects and ensure alignment with project brief by collaborating with Brand, Medical Sciences, and Nutritional Sciences.
- Execute formula changes to existing formulas to meet new nutrient and stability targets
- Assist senior team members with general product development tasks, including but not limited to lab/pilot plant data collection and analysis, equipment/system qualification/verification.
- Lead root cause analysis exercises and generate, analyze, and interpret lab/pilot plant data to make recommendations.
- Perform lab/pilot plant experimentation in support of qualification of alternate ingredients or manufacturing sites.
- Independently conduct shelf-life studies, sensory evaluations, and nutritional analyses of new products.
- Work closely with Quality Control and Supply/Procurement teams to develop and set food quality and manufacturing standards.
- Analyze nutritional results to inform formulation and ensure macro and micronutrient label claims are met.
This position will work in a home/office environment with weekly on-site work (3 days/wk minimum) and requires occasional visits to manufacturing sites, supplier offices, and other meeting locations. May require 10% travel.
Working hours: Various Shifts Available
Skills:
- BS in Food Science or related field. Preference given to candidates with advanced degrees, or for those with 2+ years of food/beverage product development experience.
- Plant-based formulation experience is desired.
- Strong preference given to professionals with education or experience in development/commercialization of nutritional beverages.
- Developed knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes, specifically UHT RTD beverages. Consideration given to candidates with experience in dry blending, spray drying, or retorting in addition to liquid beverage experience.
- Project management acumen is desired.
Education:
Bachelors
Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in MS Office with exceptional Excel skills.
- Self-motivated, deadline driven, and able to think and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication (written and oral) skills.
- Strong commitment to company mission and values.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Respectfully shares and accepts feedback willingly from all levels of the organization.
Apply with resume TODAY or call Brooks at 805-683-1600 to be considered for this immediate career opportunity!
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
- Conduct benchtop experiments and/or participate in laboratory activities to support Product Development team members.- Execute all assigned projects and ensure alignment with project brief by collaborating with Brand, Medical Sciences, and Nutritional Sciences.- Execute formula changes to existing formulas to meet new nutrient and stability targets- Assist senior team members with general product development tasks, including but not limited to lab/pilot plant data collection and analysis, equipment/system qualification/verification.- Lead root cause analysis exercises and generate, analyze, and interpret lab/pilot plant data to make recommendations.- Perform lab/pilot plant experimentation in support of qualification of alternate ingredients or manufacturing sites.- Independently conduct shelf-life studies, sensory evaluations, and nutritional analyses of new products.- Work closely with Quality Control and Supply/Procurement teams to develop and set food quality and manufacturing standards.- Analyze nutritional results to inform formulation and ensure macro and micronutrient label claims are met.This position will work in a home/office environment with weekly on-site work (3 days/wk minimum) and requires occasional visits to manufacturing sites, supplier offices, and other meeting locations. May require 10% travel.
experience4-7 years
skills- BS in Food Science or related field. Preference given to candidates with advanced degrees, or for those with 2+ years of food/beverage product development experience.- Plant-based formulation experience is desired.- Strong preference given to professionals with education or experience in development/commercialization of nutritional beverages.- Developed knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes, specifically UHT RTD beverages. Consideration given to candidates with experience in dry blending, spray drying, or retorting in addition to liquid beverage experience.- Project management acumen is desired.
qualifications- Proficiency in MS Office with exceptional Excel skills.- Self-motivated, deadline driven, and able to think and work independently.- Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication (written and oral) skills.- Strong commitment to company mission and values.- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.- Respectfully shares and accepts feedback willingly from all levels of the organization.
educationBachelors